Jack Chambers (Dublin West, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

It was also raised elsewhere. The Minister will be here to respond to the motion whenever it is taken.

In response to Deputy Collins's point on speed limits, the reforms that have been introduced relating to speed limits in this country will make a serious difference in saving lives on our roads. We know that speed is the central factor to so many of the road deaths across the country. That is the reason, when I was in the role of Minister of State for transport, we took on board the recommendation to reduce speed limits, in particular on local, rural roads from 80 km/h to 60 km/h, because it will make a difference and it has an evidence base. There is a role for the local authorities as well to amend speed limits, where appropriate. The outworking of that has to take place. It will be co-ordinated by local authorities this year.

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